Results Published: Survey on 'Those Who Have Sold Vacant Houses' - Conducted by the National Network 'Nihon Akiya Support'

L&F Corp. conducted a survey targeting individuals who have sold vacant houses, revealing barriers in the sales process and the status of awareness regarding legal systems.
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L&F Corp. (Headquarters: Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture; Representative Director: Hisazumi Mori), which operates 'Nihon Akiya Support,' has designated May 26th, the date the Vacant House Special Measures Act was fully enforced, as 'Vacant House Future Awareness Day.' Each year, the company conducts awareness surveys. This year, they surveyed 350 people who have sold vacant houses within the past 10 years regarding their knowledge of legal systems and challenges during the sale process.

The survey revealed that clearing out belongings (44.3%), concerns regarding costs (40.6%), and the burden of managing distant properties are major barriers to selling. Regarding awareness of legal systems, while 76.8% of respondents indicated they have some knowledge, including those who said they 'vaguely know,' a gap was identified where 38.6% were unaware of the special exemption for capital gains on inherited vacant houses of up to 30 million yen.

FAQ

Why is May 26 designated as 'A Day to Think About the Future of Vacant Houses'?

It was established by L&F Corporation to commemorate the full implementation of the Vacant House Countermeasures Special Measures Act.

Who were the subjects of the awareness survey on vacant house sales?

The subjects were 350 men and women aged 40 to 86 who have sold real estate (vacant houses, family homes, etc.) that no one has lived in for the past 10 years.

What is the biggest obstacle in selling a vacant house?

The biggest obstacle is 'cleaning up and sorting out belongings' at 44.3%, indicating that property sorting before real estate transactions is a psychological and physical barrier.

What were the findings regarding awareness of legal measures?

The awareness rate of the 'Special Measures Act for Promoting Measures to Address Vacant Houses' is 76.8%, but knowledge is superficial. On the other hand, 38.6% of respondents are unaware of the 30 million yen transfer income tax deduction special provision.

What is the purpose of this survey?

The purpose is to reveal the awareness of vacant house owners, collaborate with local governments and financial institutions, and promote comprehensive vacant house countermeasures.

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